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Computational Thinking Courses

Computational thinking courses can help you learn problem decomposition, pattern recognition, algorithmic design, and abstraction techniques. You can build skills in logical reasoning, data analysis, and effective solution development across various applications, from programming to data science. Many courses introduce tools like Python, Scratch, and various simulation software, demonstrating how these skills can be applied to solve complex problems in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and software development.


Popular Computational Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Initiation à la programmation (en Java)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Development Environment, Problem Solving, Algorithms, Eclipse (Software), Debugging

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    434 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Science and Engineering of Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Engineering, Systems Of Measurement, Environment, Mathematical Modeling, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Physics, Economics

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    240 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Lausanne

    Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Biochemistry, Legal Proceedings, Pharmacology, Sports Medicine, Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Determinants Of Health, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    369 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

    The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, Service Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Value Engineering, Waste Minimization, Competitive Intelligence, Business Technologies, Quality Control

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    824 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Sydney

    Ethical Social Media

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Data Ethics, Social Network Analysis, Analytics, Media and Communications, Social Sciences, Content Creation, Business Ethics, Information Privacy

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    114 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Where, Why, and How of Lambda Functions in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Python Programming, Computational Logic

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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Blocks-based ABM with NetTango

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Education Software and Technology, Computer Programming Tools, Computational Thinking, No-Code Development, Program Development, Computer Programming, UI Components, Pedagogy

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a la estrategia

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Governance, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Structure, Competitive Analysis, Business Management, Business Administration, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Business, Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Market Analysis, Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.8
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    545 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Leeds

    An Introduction to Programming using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Scripting, Automation, Scripting Languages, Algorithms, Debugging, Development Environment

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    102 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, AI Product Strategy, Regression Analysis, Business Ethics, Computer Vision, Governance

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    AI for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Generative AI, Fraud detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Malware Protection, Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Feature Engineering, Network Analysis, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Email Security, System Design and Implementation, Network Security, Jupyter, Authentications, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Software

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computational thinking courses

  • Initiation à la programmation (en Java): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Science and Engineering of Climate Change: EDHEC Business School
  • Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences: University of Lausanne
  • The hidden value – Lean in manufacturing and services: École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées
  • Ethical Social Media : The University of Sydney
  • Where, Why, and How of Lambda Functions in Python : Coursera
  • Blocks-based ABM with NetTango: Coursera
  • Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning: IBM
  • Introducción a la estrategia: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • An Introduction to Programming using Python: University of Leeds

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